The High Commissioner of The Gambia to Nigeria, Amb Muhammadu Musa, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Barrister Onome Ewhrudjakpor Obuotor, who died on November 25, 2024, and was laid to rest in December.
Obuotor, who served as the Parliamentary Counsel in The Gambia for 16 years under the Nigeria-Gambia bilateral agreement, was praised for his significant contributions to both nations’ legal systems. Musa described his death as creating a void that would be difficult to fill.
During the funeral service at The Basilica of Grace, Gudu, Abuja, Ven. Oluwaseun Owoeye, Vicar of the Anglican Communion, honored Obuotor’s legacy, describing him as a unique family man, dedicated to his work, and an exemplary figure for both his family and career.
Obuotor, a native of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, had a distinguished career. He served as a Principal Legal Officer at Nigeria’s Anti-Corruption Commission and later worked as Chief State Counsel in the Legal Drafting Department of Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Justice.
In 2008, Obuotor transitioned to international service under the Nigeria-Gambia Bilateral Agreement. As Parliamentary Counsel in The Gambia, he mentored legal officers and played a pivotal role in legislative processes.
Obuotor was also known for his deep commitment to his family, including his wife, Yetunde, and children, as well as his unwavering dedication to service. His legacy remains a beacon of inspiration to those who knew him.